By Ina and Mike Levin Do you know what Land Snorkeling is?  According to good ol’ Wikipedia, it is a relatively new term that means a...

By Ellen Butler Sixty-two years ago, one vocal individual attempted to stop the city library from carrying “The Last Temptation of...

By Amy Haeseler Belmont Avenue carries a unique historical charm, much of which can be attributed to its lampposts. The intricate globes,...

By Jovie Tavares, NP As a dedicated Nurse Practitioner, advocate for women's health, and longtime Long Beach resident, I’m passionate...

By Monica Tabrizi There are many things people look forward to during the holidays. In Belmont and Alamitos Heights, it’s the lighting of...

By Claire Nelson, with Maureen Neeley and Dianne Sundstrom The newsletter you’re enjoying today is one of dozens that have been created...

By Stelet Kim Electric bicycle (e-bike) popularity is surging, particularly amongst youth. They can be a great form of transportation,...

A Tribute to Community, Connection, and Coffee By Claire Nelson As our community processed the news of our beloved coffee house closing...

Summer 2025 Newsletter Is Here! Summer is in full swing, and so is the Belmont Heights spirit. We're excited to share the Summer 2025...

By Maureen Neeley   Photography by Ellen Butler     Imagine Belmont Heights in 1928 and, in particular, the area to the northwest of the...

By Diana Muska  Botanical Harmonists needed!! For those of us who were fortunate enough to stroll through the Red Car Greenbelt Park...

By Amy Haeseler  If you are reading this, then you live in Belmont Heights, with its unique blend of architectural charm, vibrant local...

By Alan Holden  Belmont Heights is in a wonderful zone for growing vegetables, and many fruit trees love it here. Unfortunately,...

Distributing the BHCA newsletter throughout the Heights requires a dedicated team of 20, plus substitutes, to hand-deliver to each home.

In early January, as devastating wildfires erupted 25 miles north, most of Long Beach wondered how to help.

In Belmont Heights, our historic buildings are a source of pride. Even if you don’t live in one of the designated historic districts, many

Calling all Belmont Heights and Long Beach residents! Get ready to impact our neighborhood on March 2, 2025 positively. Belmont Heights Make

This summer, we finally made it to the Summer Olympics in Paris.

Greetings Adventurer! Here in the Community of Belmont Heights we have quests to pique the curiosity of many a wanderer.

By Cynthia Gellis Easy Does It Opens New Location On Friday, April 12th at 12:12, Easy Does It officially reopened its doors at a new...

By Cynthia Gellis 6th and Detroit: An Intersection of Style 6th and Detroit is more than just a vintage shop; it's a haven for design...

3rd & Loma Located behind Honeybee’s at the eponymous corner, 3rd & Loma offers a delightful blend of Vietnamese cuisine and frozen...

By Matt Valerio When I initially noticed James Valentine’s work, an 8-panel painting hanging from the ceiling of Viento y Agua ...

By Maureen Neeley   Long Beach Heritage kicked off Architecture Week with their prestigious annual Preservation Awards. Held on May 29 at...